Our Company Profile

Surrich Hydrographics Pty Ltd is a leading provider of hydrographic and marine geophysical survey services catering to commercial, environmental, offshore, and nearshore development sectors. Established in 2008 by Director Andrew Richardson, the company was founded on the belief our clients would benefit from a specialised hydrographic survey firm offering personalised services to clients.

At Surrich Hydrographics, our vision revolves around delivering high-quality data to our clients, utilising state-of-the-art technology. We recognize the crucial importance of meticulously analysing seabed and sub-seabed data for offshore and nearshore construction projects. This commitment ensures that initial planning stages are based on a solid foundation of accurate data and interpretation. Surrich is dedicated to leading the industry in providing clients with the highest standard of data and service delivery.

Andrew Richardson | Managing Director
BSurv, CPHS1

With extensive experience in hydrographic surveying, Andrew has honed his expertise through involvement in numerous projects across Australia and various global locations, particularly within the realm of large-scale nearshore development project. His seasoned background positions him adeptly to deliver top-tier services in the field of hydrographic surveying.

Andrew possesses proficiency in a diverse array of software packages essential for planning, acquiring, and processing all types of hydrographic and offshore geophysical survey data.

Justin Anning | Principal Geophysicist
BSc (Geophysics)

Justin Anning is a geophysicist with +20 years’ experience using a diverse range of geophysical techniques including land, marine, underground and airborne applications.

Project Experience

Surrich principals, Andrew Richardson, and Justin Anning, have worked on numerous marine projects including, but not limited to:

• Acciona, Alkimos Desalinisation Plant, Western Australia
• Fremantle Ports, Westport Development, Western Australia
• Mineral Resources, Ashburton Port Development, Western Australia
• Kings Creek, Drone UXO Survey, Darwin, Northern Territory
• SubCom Fibre Optic Cable Route Surveys, Perth, Western Australia
• Gascoyne Gateway, Exmouth, Western Australia
• Wheatstone LNG project, Western Australia
• Beadon Creek Harbour, Onslow, Western Australia
• Sino Iron Cape Preston export facilities, Western Australia
• Pilbara Port Authority, Western Australia (Port Hedland and Dampier Ports)
• Darwin Port, Northern Territory.
• HMAS Stirling, Western Australia
• HMAS Coonawarra, Northern Territory
• Shortland Island, Solomon Islands Infrastructure Works